What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Supervisor position at Fibreworks Composites LLC?
Purpose: Lead Fibreworks Composites to take the next step in quality by developing a more structured and standardized environment. Ensure all parts manufactured within Fibreworks Composites or its sub-contractors meet the fit, form, and function criteria set by the customers and/or engineering standards.
Principal Accountabilities:
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Responsible for all functions of the Quality Assurance System
- Quality Manual development and upkeep
- Collaborate with engineering to define QA standards
- Performing calibrations and developing calibration schedule
- Non-conformance and corrective actions
- Internal and external audits
- Continual department improvement plan
- Full compliance of all required internal ERP/MRP processes daily
- Ensure part quality standards are met at all stages of manufacturing according to specifications on internal and/or external engineering drawings
- Inspect parts using PCMM and other standard metrology equipment for weights and measures (calipers, micrometers, depth gauge, gauge pins, Romer arm, etc.) keeping detailed records (weights, checklists, reports, etc.) in an organized and standard fashion
- Educate production and engineering teams on quality control issues to improve overall production quality
- Provide clear and timely communication to customers, vendors, and staff when discussing quality issues such as reporting findings on inspection reports, determining capability, understanding design intent, concessions, non-conformance, etc.
- Train and develop skills of new quality control inspectors
- Create, maintain, and execute a plan for professional development for continuous improvement both personally, professionally, and for the department
- Other responsibilities as assigned
Regular Hours of work: Normal Business Hours 7:00AM – 4:00PM, Mon-Fri; Weekends and Holidays as scheduled by Management.
Job Type: Exempt, Full-time
- Education: Minimum High School Diploma
- Experience: Must have a minimum of two (2) years of industry experience
- Composite Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of composite materials related manufacturing equipment and processes a plus
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Personal Skills:
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must be well organized and have the ability to multitask
- Attention to detail and good documentation practices
- Self-starter, results-oriented individual with ability to organize and analyze data
- Computer Skills: Proficient with MS Office products
- Math Skills: Knowledge of basic math and computer skills are important because measuring, calibrating, and calculating specifications are major parts of quality control testing
- Mechanical Skills: Must be able to use specialized tools and machinery when testing products (calipers, micrometers, depth gauge, gauge pins, Romer arm, etc.)
- Technical Skills: Must understand blueprints, technical documents, and manuals, ensuring that products and parts meet quality standards
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment may require a combination of indoor and outdoor activity (hot, cold, wet, humid conditions) with a varied amount of walking, standing, sitting, climbing (i.e. ladders, stairs), balance (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery surfaces), bending, reaching, handling (seizing, holding, grasping, turning picking, pinching), stooping, kneeling, crouching and ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds. Work may require the ability to operate material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jack, etc.) in a safe manner. While performing the duties of this job, employees may work around variable noise levels or with fume or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, etc. requiring the use of personal protective equipment such as face protection (safety glasses, goggles, face shield), gloves, and hearing protection. Work duties may also be required to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer and/or the ability to travel by air or auto. This position may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization. Some positions entail working with small parts/components. Employees must have excellent hand-eye coordination and good manual dexterity in both hands. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
